APRIL 2013 magazine

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The Birdwood Figure 8 bikes at the National Motor Museum
9th July 2013.
Annual General Meeting
Our Club Now Proudly Supported by
11th June 2013
Trophy Presentation night & Basket Supper
Moseley Sq display
April 2013
THE VETERAN & VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA INCORPORATED.
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The Club was formed in 1956, the first of its kind in Australia, with the object of Preserving, Restoring and using Veteran,
and Post Vintage Motorcycles.
Membership is open to all and owning a suitable machine is not a pre-requisite.
Machines manufactured prior to January 1st 1966 are eligible for Club Events.
The Club has a strong family orientation and features many social activities as well as Runs and technical help.
The Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Payneham R&SL Club, 360 Payneham Road, Payneham
commencing at 8.00 p.m.
Annual Fees are due by the 30th June each year.
A joining fee of $15.00 is applicable to new members.
The Annual Subscription is $35.00 to all members city and country.
If you require magazine to be posted to you, an additional $10.00 is required (postage to Country members is free).
Email option of Smoke Signal is available – contact the editor.
Club Web Page - www.vvmccsa.org.au email secretary@vvmccsa.org.au
Life Members - This in an honour of prestige, awarded to members for meritorious service to the club
WALLY WOOLLATT †
FRANK JARVIS †
GARNET PONTIFEX †.
KEITH HARRIS †
ALBY (POP) HILL 1985 † TOM BENNETT 1999 †
TED WEBSTER 1975 †
LESLIE JONES 1982
KEVIN SULLIVAN 1984
DEAN GOVAN 1986
PETER GRACE 1987
ROBERT HILL 1989
JEFF SCHAEFER 1992
LAURIE LEIBHARDT 1994 † GARY JOLLY 1997
COLIN PAULEY 2005
RON TRUSCOTT 2010:
ROB SMYTH 2011;
Bob GILL 2012;
PRESIDENT.
VICE PRESIDENT.
SECRETARY.
2011-2012 Committee.
TREASURER.
CLUB Run Coordinator.
LIBRARIAN.
RECORDS OFFICE.
COMMITTEE.
Brian Forth
Bob Gill
Bill Lorimer
Terry Rowe
Brian Forth
Philip Holmes
Paul Knapp
Daryl Rosser
Ray Collins
Barry Carlisle
of ten or more years.
CLEM EVANS †
RAY MANN 1983
DAVID RADLOFF 1990
IAN BALDOCK 2009.
8251 4213 Mobile 0409 514213
8258 4982
8265 6468 Mobile 0411544353
redpanther@dodo.com.au
8332 5907 terryfrowe@gmail.com
0409 514213
8564 0227
8243 0130 paulschnapp@hotmail.com
8326 0658
8278 4066
8264 5517
MAGAZINE EDITOR.
Brian Forth, 19 Condada Drive, Banksia Park 5091
Email - forthy@picknowl.com.au
MACHINE REGISTRARS
1. Bob Gill (North)
8258 4982
2. Phil Jenner (South)
8370 6664
CLUB REGALIA OFFICER
Carolyn Jenner
8370 6664
SMOKE SIGNAL DISTRIBUTORS
Brian Forth, Bob Gill, Bill Lorimer & Barry Carlisle
CLUB PUBLICITY
Brian Forth mobile 0409 514213 forthy@picknowl.com.au
Adelaide Auto Refinishers
8281 8804
Call in and see
Jess Hawley at 6 Peacock Rd Para Hills West.
All Custom painting to motor cycles and cars.
Metal finishing and quality repairs to tanks, guards etc.
We can paint new to look old or old to look terrific.
This magazine is printed by
Presidents report.
Log book days 12th May Payneham RSL; 26th May CCC Club rooms Glandore.
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DON'T FORGET to lodge a signed Statutory declaration for bikes on Historic Registration before
renewing your log books, for further information contact either Bob Gill or Phill Jenner, ]
http://vvmccsa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/club-stat-dec-2012.pdf .
Victor Harbor 2 day rally—18th and 19th May 2013. Ross Weymouth has organized the
Victor Harbor 2 day rally with the HQ at the Victor Harbor Holiday & Caravan Park (10% discount offered) so we need to know numbers. The weekend is getting closer with the two rides
and the morning and afternoon tea breaks set in place. The only thing we now need is numbers
for 3 tea/coffee breaks, one evening meal at Middleton Tavern.
Numbers are urgent required for caravan park booking and the Saturday night meal.
***Morning & afternoon tea breaks will be covered by the Committee***
Hello Brian, The VMCC Ltd has a Levis Marque Specialist who may well be able to help. It might
be an idea to remind your members that as they are affiliated to VMCC they can avail themselves
of the services and help of VMCC usually for free or at the same cost as our own members. If you
need the contact details of our specialist for Rod Bailey just let me know. Regards, Eric (UKVVMC). This is in answer to an email received from a person seeking assistance.
Brian Forth President.
Historic/Conditional Registration
Some highlights you need to know for Historic/Conditional Registration from 1st July 2012.
Historic Vehicle, a motor vehicle manufactured prior to 1st Jan 1979 that has not been modified
from its original design to any extent.
Clubs reporting to the Registrar.
6.1.9 Within 2 months of the end of a recognised motor vehicle club's financial year, they must
provide a written report to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles detailing members with conditional
registration who are no longer members of the club.
6.4.2 From 1st July 2012 onwards, each club vehicle must be inspected by their club's authorized
person at a minimum of once every 3 years.
6.4.3 From 1 st July 2012 onwards, participating vehicle owners must provide their club with a
statutory declaration annually verifying the eligibility of the vehicle to be registered under section
25 of the act for the purpose of this scheme and detailing any modifications made to the vehicle
during that year.
6.4.5 A club's authorised person must not endorse a vehicle owner's log book until a statutory
declaration has been received each year or the required vehicle inspection has been performed
and the vehicle's ongoing eligibility for the scheme has been confirmed.
6.5.6 Once issued the club's authorised person must not endorse the vehicle owner's log bookannually unless the vehicle owner has provided a statutory declaration verifying the eligibility of
the vehicle to be registered under section 25 of the Act for the purposes of this scheme. Any
modifications made
to an historic vehicle considered variations are required to be detailed within the log book.
6.5.9 Vehicle owners who change membership from one recognised vehicle club to another must
return the log book issued in respect of the vehicle to the issuing club for cancellation. A new
MR334 must be issued by the new club's authorised person before a new log book can be issued
by the gaining club.
7.3.4 The registration of a conditionally registered vehicle cannot be transferred to another
owner,
even if the new owner is also eligible for conditional registration. Where a change of ownership occurs, the registration will be cancelled. The log book issued in respect of the vehicle must be cancelled by the club which last confirmed financial membership.
These are only extracts, for the full list go to www.fbmcsa.org.au The Federation of Historic
Motoring clubs of SA Inc.
VVMCCSA Committee Meeting 25th March 2013 held at Goodwood Community Centre
In Attendance, Brian Forth, Bob Gill, Paul Knapp, Ray Collins, Terry Rowe and Bill Lorimer. Apology from Barry
Carlisle.
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Minutes of February meeting presented as published in the Smoke Signal, acceptance moved Bob Gill and
seconded by Ray Collins, Carried. No business arising.
New Members. Applications from Wolf and Sebastian Carius ratified for membership.
Treasurers Report presented by Terry Rowe, Acceptance moved Bill Lorimer, seconded Ray Collins, Carried .
No business arising.
Correspondence In.
1 Account from Smart Print for printing services
2 Refund $ 5.00 from Aust. Post
3 Subs. Cheque from Wolf and Sebastian Carius.
Publications Received.
1 The Vintage Motorcycle from the UK
2 MAPS Review from Maitland APS
3 Classic Vibrations from Indian Harley MCC WA
4 Exhaust Notes from VMCC Victoria.
Emails In and Out.
1 From Harry Richards, offer to supply Backup trailer , reply sent
2 From Barry Carlisle wanting to buy a Microscope for his grandson
3 From Stephen Hooper, approval letter for Moseley Sq. Display
4 Brian Forth to Terry Rowe re payment $100.00 to Birdwood Mill Museum for use of grounds.
5 From Denis Basson, comments re. Moseley Sq. Display reply sent.
Acceptance moved Ray Collins, Seconded Paul Knapp and Carried.
Runs Rides and Events.
24TH March, Moseley Sq display, 31 bikes were displayed and it seems most owners had a good day, weather
was perfect. One letter of complaint which was replied to.
21st April, Tiddlers run at Kersbrook, Bob Gill organiser, $2 for BBQ.
18th and19th May. Victor harbor 2 Day rally in hand, run on Saturday with a morning tea at Currency Creek
Winery, lunch Strathalbyn and afternoon tea end of ride. Sunday short ride to Normanville for a morning tea
break and back to Victor Harbor via a museum it time permits, rally ending lunchtime Sunday.
16 June. 5th Potato day at Bushland Pk Lobethal , Malcolm Gray organiser
21st July, Museum visit ????????. Possibly Port Adelaide area.
General Business.
Discussion about alternative locations for club runs or visits, all members are invited to submit any suggestions, all will be considered.
The ‘Members Information Handbook’ was also discussed at length about the rewrite of the information it contains including the old ‘Club Rules’ which have been brought up to date, the essential information about
‘Historic Registration Scheme’, motorcycle eligibility, members responsibilities etc. Brian Forth and Bob Gill to
continue the update process so that a new batch can be printed for new members and other members who
wish a copy of the new publication.
New Rally Entry forms were presented to the committee and will take effect immediately however old types in
the hands of members will be accepted until the end of June.
Meeting closed 9pm.
Minutes of VVMCCSA General Meeting ’677’ 12th March 2013 held at Payneham RSL clubrooms.
Brian Forth opened the meeting opened 8-00 pm
Visitors. Wolf and Sebastian Carius.
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Minutes of February’s meeting were presented as published in the Smoke Signal, acceptance moved Philip
Holmes, seconded Ted Williams Carried No business arising.
New Members. Ivan Margatich, John Lilley and Don Brophy were presented club membership.
Treasurers report presented by the Treasurer, no discussion, acceptance moved Paul Knapp, seconded Pud
Freeman Carried.
Correspondence In.
1 Flyer for Naracoorte Swapmeet Sat. & Sun 4th & 5th May 2013.
2 Letter from City of Unley, they are embarking on a Master Plan for Unley Oval and environs.
3 Letter from City of Unley, notification of workshops for planning for future direction.
4 Letter from DPTI confirming our clubs inclusion in the Historic Rego Scheme, certificates of authorisation for
Bob Gill and Philip Jenner and a copy of the latest related Gazette.
Correspondence Out. Nil
Emails In and Out.
1 From Brian Kuerschner re Laurie Leibhardt’s auction, reply sent explaining conflict of interest with Victor
Harbor Rally.
2 From Malcolm Gray re. Laurie’s auction advising conflict of dates, reply sent.
3 Copy of Southern Star , from NZ BSA Owners Club.
4 From Leon Mitchell re Veteran Only Rally, reply sent, dates of 11th and 12th May confirmed
5 From Leon with re arranged schedule for Veteran Only Rally, reply sent.
6 From Malcolm Gray re booking for Bushland Park, Lobethal confirmed, reply sent.
7 From Brian Kuerschner re Laurie’s auction, date changed, now Sat. 11th May.
8 From “Hear the Road Italian Motorcycle Riding Holidays “ on the notice board.
Publications Received.
1/ Bush Chatter from Sunraysia Historic MCC; 2/ Restore and Ride from Coffs Harbour & District MRC.
3/ The Bulbhorn from Mildura VVC; 4/ The Radiator from the Riverland V&CCC; 5/ The Antique Motorcycle
Club magazine; 6/ The Throttle Lever from Newcastle VMCC; 7/ Vintage Chatter from VMCCWA.
Acceptance of correspondence moved Malcolm Gray, Seconded Nicole Hausler, carried.
Runs and Rides & trailer roster.
17th March Figure 8 Birdwood Mill, Dan Moriarty gave outline of Figure 8 Run. (Trailer—E Rosta)
24th March Moseley Square display, Stephen Hooper gave further info re Moseley Square display, do not
forget drip trays. (Trailer—not required)
21st April Tiddlers Run & BBQ Lunch Kersbrook replacement ride, Bob Gill organiser. (Trailer—Paul Knapp)
11th and 12th May, Veterans Motorcycle Only Rally, Mannum area, Leon Mitchell organiser. (Trailer—u/k)
12th May—Log book day Payneham RSL; bring membership card, registration papers and Stat Decs;
18th and 19th May, Victor Harbor 2 day Rally, details in Smoke Signal. (Trailer R Forth)
16th June, Lobethal Potato Day Malcolm Gray outlined details of the Lobethal Potato Day at Bushland Park
near Lobethal. (Trailer—unknown if required)
General Business.
Reminder of the trailer roster for each and every event that involved a club ride.
Dean Schubert is to supply information about an invitation to the Booleroo Centre steam/tractor event?
Brian Kuerschner reported details of recent record breaking speed run by a Velocette at Lake Gairdner of 176
mph. Brian also spoke about the Jampot Rally and Laurie’s auction. Also advised that the All British Day
committee need one more volunteer member, anyone interested please speak to Brian.
Rob Smyth spoke about the Port Vincent day, about 10 club members attended and said it was a very
enjoyable and interesting day.
Buy Swap and Sell read.
Meeting closed 8.50pm.
Buy, Sell and Swap_______________________
Please Note ads will run for two issues unless requested otherwise. If your item is sold before the second
issue, please advise the Editor. Full name of Seller, Registration Number &/or Engine number MUST
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provided, otherwise add cannot be printed. Deadline is the one week prior to each General Meeting.
For Sale.
Ensign beaded edge tyres 24 x 2 1/4’; 26 x 2 1/2’ 26 x 3 and 28 x 3; also Thailand 26 x 2 1/2 b/e tyres/
tubes; plus replica Chater-Lea hubs, spokes and rims; Brian Forth 0409 514213
New J A P Half time pinions to suit Veteran and Early Vintage Single Cam 770cc & 1000cc V Twin Motors with
9/16 26tpi Left Hand mountings. Also Fits 3.5 HP Veteran Singles. $110.00 Each David Radloff (08)82640090 or
0412062707 radloff@chariot.net.au
New old stock Tyres in good condition. Just unwrapped; 3x Olympic Speedster 3.00x20 inch, rib front.
1x.Avon Racing 3.50x19 inch; 1 x Dunlop Racing 3.50x20 inch; 1 x Olympic Patrol 3.50x20 inch; 1 x Olympic gripster 3.25x19 inch; 1x Firestone 3.50x20 inch; Offers. Chris Harley 83446120 (Mar13)
Enfield Bullet rear wheel, comp $10 good condt; Chris Harley 83446120 (Mar13).
Triumph 3t engine parts, Norton 20” front rim; Suzuki rear wheel, sprocket spokes; Ariel parts (small
amount) throttle cables wires, etc; racing tyres front/rear; Alan Thompson 82963062 (Mar13)
Push bicycles, free 20 inch; 26 inch; with gears good condt need TLC; Ron Truscott 85723010 (Mar13)
Tilbrook Tom Thumb sidecar $1000; Tilbrook single sidecar, purchase from Rex Tilbrook and according to him last one made, will bolt onto Indian 741 or Sport Scout with slight alteration to under seat attachment $3000; Tilbrook double Dandeloo sidecar, currently on a Indian 1950 Chief, will fit any chief
from 1939, also attachments for Vincent $4000; Albion Gearbox with reverse gear, mid 20’s $200; and a
Yamaha ultra lightweight, 7cc eng nr 1961/10417 90111s, shaft drive –not running $150; Bombardier
mini-bike, minarelli eng not running $150; Jim Spratt 82764349 (Mar13)
1957 James ‘Cadet” excellent condition; Engine Nr 2027; Reg nr S/A S57AJX ; Jim Hughes 82871464
(April);
Wanted.
Complete set of Teledraulic front forks, Wanted:- suitable for restoration To suit a 1949 AJS or
Matchless motorcycle. Must be correct for 1949. Brian Kuerschner on 08 83903990 or 0418854565
1922 0r 1923 Harley Davidson motor, needs to be complete for my project; Brian Forth 0409514213
Smiths 80mph Speedo to suit front braking plate mounted with cable for AJS 1938 350cc Model 16;
Brian Kuerschner 8390 39900 or 0488545565 nipper@nipper.net.au (Jan13).
Ariel 500cc twin -Burman gearbox G107 F50 wanted a Kick starter gear quadrant—Paul Wilksch
0431953010 or 82696894 (Jan13)
Triumph speed twin with sprung hub in good condition. Bill Browne 0429169798 (Jan13)
BSA A7 1953, wanted7” headlight with switch & amp gauge and 120mph Speedo, Rob Whitehead
83965748 (Mar13).
Suzuki GS500, wanted a cheap bike 2005-2008, Pud Freeman 82552886 (April13)
Suzuki V-strom 650cc, S/A YZA874, 11,600km, best offer; Trevor Diener 0418640331 (April13).
Excelsior Talisman, wanted bits and information; Russell PITT
rusbet@adam.com.au (April13);
Ariel Red Hunter/Huntmaster, wanted a seat to suit;
Les JOLLY 048285038 (April13);
1953 BSA, wanted 7” headlight with switch and amp meter;
Rob Whitehead 0412 033 913 (April13);
Microscope, wanted one to help my grandson;
Barry Carlisle 0418 823 923 (April13);
Pre WW1 photographs of motorcycles and car wanted, can
copy and return. Leon Mitchell 8278 5120 (April13)
So you are looking for a rear wheel like this?
Club Runs & Events.
All members participating in Club Runs MUST lodge a Rally Entry Form with the Club Captain before
the event. This ensures that you are covered for Third Party Property and Public Risk from home 7and the
Run and return to home. This is a Club requirement. Please be sure to fill out your Historic Registration
Logbook before leaving home and make sure you carry it every time you go riding, this is a legal
requirement. Enquiries to Brian Forth on 0409 514 213 (President & Club Captain).
2013 Club rides and Meetings any corrections please advise
April
9th April,
** denotes club point s**
General meeting 678 Payneham RSL clubrooms.
**21st April Tiddler Kersbrook ride—Bob Gill organizer; BBQ lunch $2; **replacement ride**
May
12th May,
Logbook day—at Payneham RSL clubrooms— Bob Gill & Phil Jenner.
Statuary Declarations required, bring Log book and Registration papers.
14th May,
General meeting 679 Payneham RSL clubrooms.
**18th -19th May Victor Harbor 2 day rally, HQ Victor Harbor Caravan Park—Ross Weymouth
26th May,
June.
11th June
Logbook day—at CCC clubrooms, Clarke Tce Glandore — Bob Gill & Phil Jenner.
Statuary Declarations required, bring Log book and Registration papers
General meeting 680,Payneham RSL clubrooms—Trophy presentation Basket supper
**16th June
Lobethal Potato Day—Bushland Park at Lobethal, Malcolm Gray organizer.
July.
**21st July
Museum day on Port Adelaide area—venue TBA, Brian FORTH organizer.
9th July—
Annual General Meeting 681, Payneham RSL clubrooms.
August
.13th Aug
General meeting 682, Payneham RSL clubrooms.
**24th Aug Southern Vales Tiddler run—Tony Morrisset organizer—BBQ lunch $2;
Back-up trailer is required every run—please volunteer your services for a run. Every ride has to
covered, please contact me & nominate a ride. Reimbursement of $60 for petrol money is paid.
2013- Invitational Events – (Not club runs, but members are welcome to join them, enquiry with Secretary on in Magazine)
Classic Owners Mid Week runs— members are invited to join the Classic Owners on their run on the
first Wednesday & third Tuesday of each Month, Hawthorn Cres at Hazelwood Park at 10:00am.
All owners & those interested in Ariels morning rides 1st Sunday of each month starting Thorndon Park Reserve car
park Hamilton Tce. off Gorge Rd. Paradise. Meet from 9am for 9.30 start. Info Dave 82635562 or John 82623965,
SWAP MEETS - Any new dates or swap meets please advise editor.
This is a general guide only check this site - http://www.bevenyoung.com.au/car.htm
HAHNDORF- January 2014
BALLARAT – February 2014
CLARE– 17th March 2013;
NARACOORTE – 5-6th May 2013;
KAPUNDA26th May 2013;
WILLUNGA – 19th August 2013;
VVMCC MOTORCYCLE ONLY 6th Oct 2013.
BENDIGO –
17-18th Nov 2013;
REGENCY PARK - February 2014
CAMPBELLTOWN – Mach 2014
MOUNT BARKER – March 2013;
SEDAN – 16th June 2013.
ANGLE PARK – 29th July 2013;
GAWLER 15th September 2013;
STRATHALBYN – 20th Oct 2013;
GAWLER Motorcycle expo - 18 Nov 2013
Historic Registration.
Please ensure you complete your new logbooks before leaving home and that you carry it with you when riding the
motorcycle the book is allocated to.
Enquiries to Bob Gill 82584982 (north) - Or - Phil Jenner 83706664 (South).
Report from the Mount Barker ‘Power of the Past’ event on 2nd and 3rd March 2013. 8
While several Club Members ventured over to Point Turton on the Peninsular for the weekend a
handful of others joined our group at Mount Barker oval for the annual Power of the Past two day
exhibition display event. Gathered together were some twenty
motorcycles of varying makes with a meagre six Matchless machines being the featured marque
for this year’s event.
Other marques featured were Marshall Tractors, Standard Motorcars, (including Triumph), Hercules Machinery and Chevrolet
Commercials. At spaced intervals the whole
group of entries were encouraged to join the
Grande Parade in circling the inner oval area,
most taking advantage to show their
glittering vehicles.
On our Club site were no less than nine motorcycles comprising of two 500cc ‘Compy’
Our Veteran & Vintage Club Display at the
Matchless machines belonging to John Keay,
Mount Barker ‘Power of the Past’ Event.
Paul Wahlstedt’s very neat rigid 500cc ’49 G80 Matchless,
David Conway’s 500cc ’53 ‘Compy’ AJS, along with Nipper’s
stable of AJS machines consisting firstly of the baby 1955 98cc Excelsior Autobyk, the 1927 H4
AJS ‘Restoration in Progress’, 1955 500cc ‘Compy’ AJS, the 1954 10R AJS ‘Project Machine’ and
the two trials outfit machines, one 1969 Bultaco ‘Sherpa T’ and the 1973 Yamaha TY322cc outfit.
Displayed also was the 1951 Model 18S AJS ‘Cutaway’ engine. While the other gleaming exhibits
on our site attracted a very generous amount of awareness the little 98cc Excelsior Autobyk appeared to be the main focus and centre of attention.
Numerous enquiries from curious passers-by and worthy of note comments from
interested individuals were frequently heard, many stopping by for a chat about the
various types and engines used on these little gems. Taking part in the Grande Parade one
couldn’t resist the temptation and opportunity to fire up the 10R ‘Project Machine’ for a gallop.
Sat straddled on the machine the owner was push started by several companions an easy short
distance before little enough baffled resonance began emanating from the reverse coned megaphone. A couple of laps of the oval were sufficient enough to arouse the attention of those gathered patrons before parking up and jumping on the little Excelsior for a couple of churns around
the grass area while the other Club Members found time to do a few laps on their chosen AMC
machines.
The eventual award for the ‘Best Presented Matchless Marque’ was awarded to Paul Whahlstedt
for his immaculate little 1949 G80 Rigid Matchless with the remaining major Motorcycle award
being presented for ‘Best Other Marque Motorcycle went to the 10R AJS ‘Project Machine’. Calling
by our display through the afternoon were regular representatives from the Police Dept. Display,
Senior Constable Kevin Johnson (Retired) and Sargent Dennis Irrgang (Retired) who consistently
call by for an annual chinwag.
The usual early Sunday morning swap meet was well in
progress by the time I arrived at around 7.45am with
little on offer to attract one’s personal immediate attention. Next year the featured motorcycle marque is to be
the Meriden and Hinckley manufactured Triumph
motorcycles.
Brian “’Nipper’ Kuerschner.
On the right is John Keay’s Rigid
500cc Matchless ‘Compy’ alongside Nippers little Gem, the 98cc
Excelsior Autobyk.
1939 Triumph Tiger 100.
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Though the Speed Twin came first (in 1938) and was immediately ‘well-loved’ (a position it retained), the Tiger
100 – launched for 1939 – was a different animal.
The Tiger 100 was more blatantly aimed at ‘sporting’ motorcyclists though like the machine which spawned it, it
was an immediate hit.
Its combination of docility and high performance was a motorcycling watershed moment; a Tiger 100 was easy to
start, flexible to ride but still capable of near-100mph performance.
The model remained in Triumph’s range for more than 40 years and has made a comeback in recent years.
For many, the Triumph Tiger 100 is the best Triumph twin of all, with the prewar model perhaps the pick of the
bunch; indeed, one prominent vintage exponent reckons that the prewar Tiger 100 is the best motorcycle ever
made.
The beauty is that blend of performance and flexibility, a given to many of us brought up on modern bikes, but in
the 1930s, a novelty.
Combined with a lack of vibration compared with the bigger engines, it means if one can have just one motorcycle
to do all, the Tiger 100 is perhaps the one.
Pre-war: 1939
The start of the dynasty. Based on the Speed Twin, it shared the same 63mm x 80mm bore x stroke, though compression ratio was up to 7.75: 1. One of the lovely details was the two-part ‘cocktail shaker’ silencers – a silencer
and open megga in one. Finish was black cycle parts, with chrome and silver (with blue lining) tank.
Sprung hub: 1949
Main change postwar was the adoption of telescopic forks, though there was also a smaller headlight and the option
of the sprung-hub rear wheel and, for 1949, the adoption of a headlamp nacelle. The parcel grid was a 1949 option,
while the tank changed – to chrome ‘bars’ – in 1950.
Pre-unit: 1959
An alloy cylinder barrel had appeared in 1951 while the swinging arm frame came in 1954, the same year as a new
8in front brake and the shell blue paint finish. The ‘mouth organ’ tank badges came for 1957 the same year the twin
carb ‘Delta head’ (as shown) became an option.
Bathtub: 1961
Introduced in 1960, the unit model really was a case of ‘all change.’ There was the gearbox/engine unit – based on
the 350cc – with its 69mm x 65.5mm bore and stroke, new finishes (black and white initially, then black and silver
shown), new frame etc. – it was 50lb lighter than its predecessor.
Bikini: 1963
By now, there were different variations on the theme – this is the Tiger 100SS, with bikini sidepanels. Notice, by
now, Triumph was shying away from the 1950s-esque styling... the ‘bikini’ was short lived while the nacelle had
gone with the Tiger 100A. Forks were by now two-way damped and featured gaiters.
Off-road: 1968
Another variation on the theme. By now, the C
had replaced the earlier SC (C for competition)
and was in the range
alongside the regular (single carb S, then twincarb T Daytona and for US R) models.
Production was to finally finish in mid-1973,
though late-on some engines were used in the
TR5T, with a BSA B50 frame.
Visit the Mortons Archive for more information
and online search options concerning Triumphs,
or speak to our archivist Jane Skayman
on 01507 529423 with your requirements.
Email enquiries@mortonsarchive.com
Reference http://www.classicmotorcycle.co.uk/articles/2013-01/triumph-tiger-100s-which-choose
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MAZDA
For your brand new or next Mazda vehicle update, you need look no further than
Steve Truscott, a Member of our Club working for
Paradise Motors Mazda
Steve, your New or Used Car contact will take a totally professional and honest interest in
helping you to choose the right two or four-wheel drive vehicle for your own personal requirements.
You can reach Steve by phoning 83373377, fax 8337 1393 or by emailing
steve.truscott@paradisemotors.com.au
Just a few snaps of speed week 2013. Was a very tough
week with spins ,cars flipping , long lines, heat,
kangaroos and emus on the track. It had it all.
The event is becoming huge but the organisers are
struggling to keep up. A year to get ready for the next one.
cheers mal Hewitt.
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Who are we?
Moseley Square display.
Sunday 24th March 2013
Sunday the 24th was a cool but sunny day with a strong
wind which made it pleasant to be there.
Members started gathering about 9am and by 10am on
the upper platform of the square in front of the memorial
to the first settlers in HMAS Buffalo our usual spot.
Phil Jenner and David Cant attended with new and
exciting Indian machines on display to the public possible
for the first time on a static display rather than racing
through the southern vales. Others came with their
muched loved older and interesting motorcycles.
We had an interesting display, from 1928 to the early
60’s, some gleaming in the sun and not leaking a drop of
oil. But my beloved 1942 BSA wm20 leaked oil
everywhere. Before leaving home I checked the bike
over, saw it was a bit low on oil so I topped it up. I did
not think that lying idle for 2 months it had wet sumped.
After a few miles it pumped that oil up into the oil tank
which blew oil everywhere. Before I left Moseley Square
I was on my knees with a rag and a can of lemonade
hastily scrubbed the oil away, plus other drops I found
hoping the area was ‘OK’ when the council inspect it.
During the day I noted a council cleaner was continuously cleaning about the area during our display and always glancing at the bikes from all direction, was he
checking on us?
One o’clock came quickly and members left for home,
some checking out the Ducati display at Wrigley Reserve.
But I have one complaint about the day. The VVMCCSA
did not have any veteran or vintage motorcycles on
display.
Surname Christian Year Marque
Arriola
Bartlett
Byles
Canino
Cant
Caust
Cramp
Deacon
Diss
Forth
Gill
Hooper
Jackson
Jenner
Jenner
Jenner
Jolly
Knapp
Kuerschner
Kuerschner
Kuerschner
Margitich
Moreton
Norton
Rogers
Rowe
Thompson
Thompson
Truscott
Whalstead
Williams
Peter
Graeme
John
Tony
David
Neil
Steve
John
Ian
Brian
Bob
David
Dave
Phil
Phil
Steve
Les
Paul
Brian
Brian
Brian
Ivan
Kym
Brian
Lyndon
Terry
Simon
Geoff
Ron
Paul
Ted
I had my 1927 HD down for display but had a badly swollen left ankle which
would not allow me to use the foot clutch so I choose my 1942 BSA as a
suitable replacement.
An ex-member emailed me and complained the club failing to live up to its
name of ‘The Veteran and Vintage Motorcycle Club of South Australia. I
find it difficult to argue with him. Brian Forth
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1954 AJS
1951 James
1939 Triumph
1940 Royal Enfield
1930 Indian
1958 James
1969 Triumph
1954 Norton
1936 Royal Enfield
1942 BSA wm20
1937 Royal Enfield
1951 Triumph
1959 Triumph
1928 Indian
1948 Indian
1955 BSA
1955 Ariel
1947 Ariel
1948 Excelsior
1957 AJS
1955 AJS
1954 AJS
1955 Triumph
1942 HD
1966 BMW
1929 Raleigh
1949 Ogar
1950 Jawa
1950 Norton
1949 Matchless
1949 Triumph
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Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 9th July 2013
Tuesday 11th June 2013 VVMCCSA trophy & Awards.
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Patrons Trophy
First Time Out trophies
Lady Rider of the year
Veteran Rallyist of Year
Rallyist of the Year
Magazine Editor’s Award
Veteran & Vintage Combined Age Trophy
Club Captain’s Award
Bent Conrod Preputial award
Wally Woollatt Perpetual Trophy -meritorious
service to the Club
11 Birdwood Figure 8 Trophy
12 2-Day rally awards.
13 Sidecar Trophy.
Eligibility for the Awards—
The Club member must be financial. The member must
be riding a Club eligible machine as defined by the Club’s
constitution.
Bill Lorimer.
Secretary VVMCCSA
Please return all trophy's to Secretary ASAP Entrants for the Birdwood Figure 8 Run .
Name Year Make Solo/Outfit
David Radloff 1909 Triumph Solo
Chris Harley 1912 JAP
Solo
Bob Gill 1913 BSA Solo
Leon Mitchell 1914 Radco Solo
Colin Behn 1920 Harley Davidson
Phil Jenner 1928 Indian
Solo
Rob Smyth 1929 AJS
Solo
David Cant 1930 Indian Solo FTO.
Ian Diss 1937 AJS Solo
Bob Mather 1932 Scott
Solo
Dave Canty 1940 Ariel
Solo
Matt Croucher 1942 BSA Solo
Rien Gerritsen 1942 Indian Solo
Brian Norton 1942 Harley Davidson FTO
Carolyn Jenner 1947 Indian Solo
Bruce Lehmann 1948 Ariel Solo
Alf Lear 1948 Ariel O/Fit
John Deacon 1949 Norton Solo
Trevor Cooke 1949 BSA Solo
Ted Williams 1949 Triumph Solo
Ken Olsson 1949 Matchless Solo
Ron & Joan Truscott 1950 Norton O/Fit
Neil Hamilton 1951 Norton O/Fit
Trevor Diener 1950 Ariel Solo
David Hooper 1951 Triumph Solo
Paul Knapp 1951 Norton Solo
Graeme Bartlett 1952 Norton Solo
Kevin Wilson 1953 Adler Solo
Colin Behn 1953 AJS
Solo
Peter Arriola 1954 AJS
Solo
Steve Truscott 1955 Norton Solo
Daryl Rosser 1956 Triumph Solo
Dan Moriarty 1956 Ariel Solo
Barry Carlisle 1956 Norton O/Fit
Jim Hamilton 1956 Matchless Solo
Bob Whitehead 1956 BSA Solo
John Booker 1957 Triumph Solo
Dave Holbrook 1958 Ariel Solo
Ian Tonkin 1958 Velocette Solo
Denis Smyth 1958 Triumph Solo
Dave Jackson 1959 Triumph Solo
Kevin Meade 1961 BSA O/Fit
Neil Caust 1961 Honda
Solo
Martin Blindell 1967 Triumph Solo
Keith Milich 1970 Velocette Solo
Madeleine Tonkin 1976 Benelli Solo
Bill Lorimer 1979 Honda Solo
Bob Frankham 2003 Honda Solo
Nicole Hauser 2007 Royal Enfield
Ian Diss Back up trailer.
Birdwood Figure 8, Sunday 17th March
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On arrival at Blumel Street Birdwood, the side entrance to the National
Motor Museum, I saw Several people were waiting for the gates to be
open.
After some time I went to the main office of the Mill which was closed.
After some time knocking on the door a young lady answered and
advised me the Mill dose not open until 10am.
I informed her that several people were waiting in the side street and
she replied that they were not informed of us being there. I later found
out that we were on the day’s roster.
Well it was a great day for a rally, 23c and clear sky's. Dan Moriarty
had planned 2 very interesting rides through road and hills around
Birdwood. We had about 50 motorcyckes participating.
The morning’s ride was about 65km. We went from Birdwood, Lobethal
and to Mt Torrens and for a morning tea break. It was here where my
rally finished with a seized main bearing on the 1913 BSA. On the
backup trailer for a leisurely ride back to the Mill. The morning run is a
DNF for me.
The afternoon run was shorter in perfect weather. For those who
participated would have had enjoyed it.
A great day, well done Dan. Bob Gill
Afternoon ride.
After lunch I was eager to get back on the Norton to put a few more
miles on the clock as it was the bikes first time out in over seven years
and since it had been my regular club solo bike for more than 11 years
it was getting rather tired so I had it laid up while it had a mechanical
restoration. I noted the marshals starting up and riding off so I quickly
put on my jacket, helmet etc, and prodded the engine back into life
and was in hot pursuit. Out of the mill I turned left and was on my
way towards Mount Pleasant. I must admit, I was so absorbed with the
steady, slow (every power pole) beat of the exhaust, that the ride to
the first turn off just before Mount Pleasant came up very quickly,
down a couple of gears and around I went, with a quick wave to the
corner marshal, I was soon back to the steady top gear beat of the
engine taking me along the road I have travelled on many times
before, but i wasn't there to do any sight seeing, just enjoying the
moment. Another marshal soon came into view, and once again I was
going through the gears and heading off in the direction towards
Gumeracha. I can't remember who I passed, or if anybody passed me,
that didn't come into moment I was enjoying, all I recall now, is that I
was back too soon at the Birdwood Mill, I could have done another lap.
Having attended the last 24 Birdwood figure 8 rides, the enjoyment of
the ride and camaraderie with the other club members has
never waned.
Luap Pank.
Bob Gill arriving with a seized motor,
Phil Jenner looking on
This is the 3rd VVMCCSA Tiddlers Run. Sunday the 21st April 2013 starting at the Kersbrook Community
Clubrooms at 19 Glover Street Kersbrook gathering at 9.00am to start the run at 9.30am.
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This run is designed to encourage small capacity motorcycles from Acme’s to Zundupp’s to participate. Riders
can enjoy a leisurely and less stressful pace along reasonably flat riding country roads with a few slight rises to
challenge and keep riders awake.
The run will take members along the Para Road to Williamstown with the 1st re-grouping at the car park of the
Williamstown Hotel. Refreshments and toilets close by. We then meander along Lyndoch
Valley Road to Lyndoch for the 2nd stop at the large car park on the Barossa Valley Way again for refreshment s
and toilets breaks.
Riders then will progress along the Gilbert Street into and Pimpala Road to the
junction of Pimpala Road and
Williamstown Road, making a right turn
and travel back to Williamstown for a
3rd stop at the Williamstown Hotel before arriving back the Kersbrook Community Clubrooms for a B-Q Lunch @
$2 per person. Regards Bob Gill
Cost for a meal is
$2.00 (members).
Non members $7.00.
Laurie Leibhardt’s Auction Saturday 11th May 2013.
Veteran and Vintage Club Members are invited to
attend the private auction of Laurie Leibhardt's Machines, Memorabilia and Paraphernalia collected
over many years.
The auction is to take place at Laurie's former address at 22 Burton Ave., Park Holme on Saturday
18th May 2013 to begin at approximately 10.00am.
For any further details and info please contact
Brian Kuerschner on this e-mail address or phone
83903990 or mob. 0418854565.
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The Veteran & Vintage Motorcycle.
Club of S.A. Inc.
P O Box 1006
ELIZABETH VALE, SA. 5112.